Shape the Future of Health Care
Our Graduate Degrees Prepare You for Your Future
We need leaders who are highly competent and compassionate medical professionals. A graduate degree from Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences will help you gain the knowledge and know-how to further your career and advance health care.
DMU’s College of Osteopathic Medicine helps future health care experts, researchers and educators focus on the well-being of the entire person — not just their symptoms, illnesses or injuries. Whether you choose a graduate degree in osteopathic medicine, anatomy or biomedical sciences (MSBS or PhD), you will be well-positioned to improve health care in your chosen field.
Explore DMU’s College of Osteopathic Medicine
Mission and Values
The College of Osteopathic Medicine has a mission to improve lives in our global community by educating diverse groups of highly competent and compassionate osteopathic physicians, health educators, researchers and scholars.
In addition, our vision statements support DMU’s mission.
College of Osteopathic Medicine Highlights
DMU’s College of Osteopathic Medicine offers degrees in anatomy, biomedical sciences (MS and PhD) and osteopathic medicine.
Learn Within a Close-Knit Community
The College of Osteopathic Medicine’s programs feature small student-to-faculty ratios, creating an environment where personalized support is the norm. Whether you have questions about coursework, research or career goals, you’ll find faculty who are accessible, engaged and invested in your success.
Receive Guidance and Support From Medical Leaders
With expertise spanning multiple disciplines, College of Osteopathic Medicine faculty enrich the learning experience through their backgrounds in education, health care and research. They serve as mentors, advisors and educators dedicated to your success.
Pursue Life-Changing Research Opportunities
DMU faculty lead research that advances health care and improves lives. As a College of Osteopathic Medicine student, you’ll have opportunities to contribute to ongoing research or pursue your own projects, building experience that can lead to publications, presentations, awards, fellowships and scholarships.
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DMU alumni, friends and donors gathered for the 2026 Grand Celebration, honoring award recipients and supporters who help drive DMU’s mission.
